Unit 1 AP US Gov Test Review

Foundational Docs and Court Cases

100

These documents were written to counter-balance each other. One was worried about the central government having too much power, while the other said that a large, federal republic would mitigate this. 

What is Federalist 10 and Brutus I?

200

This document laid out a list of Enlightenment-based grievances that the colonies had with Britain, starting the formal break up process with Britain. 

What is the Declaration of Independence?

300

This document had many weaknesses, despite being our first form of government.

What is the Articles of Confederation?

400

This document replaced the Articles of Confederation, and includes a Preamble and 7 articles.

What is the Constitution?

500

This Federalist paper was written by James Madison, and argued that tyranny would be prevented by separation of powers and checks and balances.

What is Federalist #51?